Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
‘A Promise Kept’
When she walked across the stage at commencement on Dec. 16, Terrie Harris realized a dream more than 25 years in the making. Life intervened often during Harris’ educational journey, but thanks to Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University’s regional campus system a diploma was finally hers in December.
Á½ÐÔÉ«Îçҹ’s Giving Tuesday Raises More Than $2.8M to Support Scholarships and Programs
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University supporters once again joined together during the university’s Giving Tuesday campaign to raise more than $2.8 million to support a variety of student scholarships and programs.
Planned Gift Endows Executive Director Position at Á½ÐÔÉ«Îçҹ’s Wick Poetry Center
The Wick family has a long history of philanthropy at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University that began in 1984 when brothers Bob and Walt Wick first established scholarships to support undergraduate poets at the university. This most recent gift of $1 million brings the family’s total lifetime commitment to the university to more than $3.5 million.
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Recognizes Alumni During Homecoming Weekend
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University recognizes alumni who, through leadership, character and hard work, are making a difference. During Homecoming Weekend, 10 Golden Flashes were presented with Alumni Awards, and nine alumni received Lifetime Achievement recognitions from the university’s Black Alumni Chapter.
IN A FLASH: Family Friendly Flash-o-Ween
On Friday, Oct. 27 Flash the Mascot made new friends at Main Street Kent's Family Friendly Halloween event.
IN A FLASH: A Kiss on the "K"
Couples who met at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ participated in a Homecoming tradition on Risman Plaza last weekend.
This Giving Tuesday Season, Continue Our Most Generous Annual Tradition
When we come together, Golden Flashes create a legacy of brilliance that makes the world Forever Brighter.
At Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University, we are continuing the proud tradition of giving back during the Giving Tuesday campaign this November. This monthlong celebration of giving brings the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ community together to support student success and build a brighter future for the blue and gold.
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Celebrates 50 Years of Education Abroad in Florence, Italy, With Weeklong Series of Events
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University leadership and donors known as the Renaissance Scholars Society will gather to commemorate 50 years of education abroad in Florence, Italy, during the first week of October.
Philanthropic Gifts Prompt Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Ashtabula Main Hall to Be Renamed After Longtime Dean Susan J. Stocker, Ph.D.
In recognition of the generosity and commitment of James E. Mayer Jr. and Glen and Nancy Warner for their gifts toward a $500,000 endowment, the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Board of Trustees approved on Sept. 20 naming the main building at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University at Ashtabula as Susan J. Stocker Hall.